The Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA) is a specialist project delivery organisation, responsible for delivering the biggest transport, community safety and health infrastructure program in Victorian history. This includes more than 200 projects such as the Metro Tunnel, North East Link, West Gate Tunnel, removing level crossings, new and upgraded hospitals in Footscray, Frankston and Warrnambool, and specialist programs such as the early parenting centres expansion and upgrade program.
The unprecedented program of works brings together expert skillsets to deliver crucial emergency services, health and major transport projects and ensure that operations are streamlined and efficient while delivering better outcomes for Victorians. Led by the Director-General, VIDA is comprised of five project offices including the Major Road Projects Victoria, Level Crossing Removal Project, the Metro Tunnel Project, the Victorian Health Building Authority, and Community Safety.
About VIDA
The Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA) is a specialist project delivery organisation, responsible for delivering Victoria's major transport, health and community safety infrastructure program.
This multi-disciplinary program includes more than 200 projects including the North East Link, removing level crossings, Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1, new and upgraded hospitals specialist programs such as the early parenting centres expansion and upgrade program and community safety projects including Corrections and Emergency Services.
The unprecedented program of works brings together expert skillsets to deliver crucial health, community safety, and major transport projects, and ensures that operations are streamlined and efficient while delivering better outcomes for Victorians.
Led by the Director-General, VIDA is comprised of the five project offices, VIDA Road, VIDA Metro, VIDA Rail, VIDA Health and VIDA Community Safety.
VIDA is established as an Administration Office under the Public Administration Act 2004 as a specialist organisation
About this Opportunity
The Paralegal provides high-quality legal and administrative support to the VIDA Community Safety Legal team, contributing to the effective delivery of legal services across a complex infrastructure portfolio. This role supports a broad range of legal, contractual and governance activities, helping to ensure matters are progressed efficiently, accurately and in line with relevant policies and frameworks.
Working closely with lawyers and internal stakeholders, you will assist with legal research, document preparation, contract and claims administration, records management, and the coordination of legal processes. Play an important role in keeping information organised, supporting reporting and compliance requirements, and helping the team manage a high volume of work across multiple matters.
Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, with exposure to major community safety infrastructure projects that deliver meaningful outcomes for Victorian communities.
About You
A well-organised and capable legal support professional who enjoys working in a structured, fast-paced environment. Sound experience in legal administration or paralegal support, along with strong attention to detail, good judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Confident coordinating draft documents, processes and maintaining accurate records, and you take pride in delivering high-quality work. Communicates clearly, work well with others and are comfortable supporting lawyers and stakeholders across a range of legal and administrative matters.
You'll bring:
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Experience in a paralegal or legal support role, with the ability to assist across legal, contractual and administrative tasks.
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Strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, track actions and maintain accurate documentation.
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Well-developed written communication skills, with experience coordinating correspondence, summaries, briefs or other support documents.
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The ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, project teams and external advisors.
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Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, undertake research and escalate matters when appropriate.
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A high level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
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A proactive approach to continuous improvement, with a willingness to help strengthen processes, templates and document management practices.
Key Selection Criteria
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Demonstrates sound knowledge of legal support practices, contract administration and relevant government frameworks, applying this knowledge to assist with legal research, documentation and process coordination.
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Demonstrates strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and meet deadlines across multiple legal and administrative matters.
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Communicates clearly and professionally, preparing accurate written materials such as draft correspondence, summaries, briefs and legal support documents tailored to purpose and audience.
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Builds and maintains effective working relationships with lawyers, project teams, internal stakeholders and external advisors to support the timely delivery of legal services.
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Uses sound judgment and critical thinking to identify issues, undertake legal and factual research, and support problem-solving while recognising when matters should be escalated.
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Delivers high-quality support in accordance with established processes, maintaining accurate legal, contractual and administrative records and ensuring documentation is complete and up to date.
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Demonstrates integrity, discretion and accountability by handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately and complying with relevant legislation, policies, procedures and probity requirements.
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Contributes to continuous improvement by identifying practical ways to strengthen legal support processes, templates, document management practices and service delivery.
Qualifications and Mandatory Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification in law, legal studies or a related discipline is desirable. Where no formal qualification is held, demonstrated experience in a paralegal or legal support role is required.
What We Offer
- An emphasis on work / life balance
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High-performing team environment
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Equal opportunity employer
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Personal & Professional development opportunities
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Committed to safety & wellbeing
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Training & development opportunities
Pre-Employment Checks
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police/qualification (where applicable) checks and misconduct screening.
Diversity and Inclusion
VIDA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace.
We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.
If you require reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us. We're here to support you.
How to Apply
Please include a Resume and Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the Key Selection Criteria. We want to know why you want to work for VIDA Services, why you are interested in the role, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.
Please click here to view the position description.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Leah Holmes, Director, Legal -
[email protected]
Applications close 11:59 pm on Wednesday 1st of July 2026.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
DJCS is administering this recruitment on behalf of VIDA, in line with VIDA's policies and processes
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
